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The War of the Worlds

The War of the Worlds

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When Massive, Intelligent Aliens From Mars Touch Down In Victorian England And Threaten To Destroy The Civilized World, Humanity's Vaunted Knowledge Proves To Be Of Little Use. First Published In 1898, H.G. Wells's Masterpiece Of Speculative Fiction Has Thrilled And Delighted Generations Of Readers, Spawned Countless Imitations, And Inspired Dramatizations By Such Masters As Orson Welles And Steven Spielberg. The War Of The Worlds Is A Fantasy That Is Both Startlingly Up-To-Date And In Touch With The Most Ancient Of Human Fears.

In 1960, Edward Gorey Prepared A Set Of His Inimitable Pen-And-Ink Drawings To Illustrate A New Edition Of Wells's The War Of The Worlds For The Legendary Looking Glass Library. Characteristically Quirky, Elegant, And Entrancing, Gorey's Visual Take On Wells's Seminal Tour De Force Has Been Unavailable For Close To Fifty Years. This Special Hardcover Edition From NYRB Classics Brings Back For Today's Readers A Richly Rewarding Collaboration Between Two Modern Masters Of All That's Wonderful And Strange.

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ISBN13: 9781590171585
ISBN10: 1590171586
Language: English
Publication Year: 2005
Format: Hardcover

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    Vintage alien invasion story with timeless Elizabethan fears.

  • Who is this book for?

    If you love classic science fiction with a touch of eerie visuals, this edition of The War of the Worlds is a treasure. Gorey's distinctive and whimsical illustrations bring a new dimension to Wells's suspenseful narrative, making it a perfect blend of knowledge and art. It’s a captivating read for those who enjoy a mix of timeless horror and elegant craftsmanship.

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